Standard had expected about 1 200 of its staff to be affected by the change but the number could increase as the prediction was made when only 91 branches were expected to be closed.

Reuben Micketts said: “But they have no problem splashing millions on that useless Protea squad who earn thousands upon thousands of rands, not regarding their own employees' bread being taken off the table.”

According to Odge Walter, every time one uses the phone app, one helps close a branch. “The fourth industrial revolution is in your fingertips.”

However, Clinton who supports the moved tweeted: “Every time one goes into a branch they risk being robbed or killed! The risk is not worth it.”

Am I the only person shook by Standard Bank lately? The app doesn't work, can never find a working atm. The 4 branches closest to me have been closed. What a joke. pic.twitter.com/bk41fGM565